Alex F. Johnson – författare

Medical Speech-Language Pathology Updates the Standard of Care for Complex, Cross-Specialty DisordersThe updated edition of this classic is essential for all practitioners and advanced students. The editors artfully synthesize the pathology of voice, speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders with practical guidance. Insightful viewpoints and viable solutions are provided for patient management issues including neurological and physical challenges, surgical implications, and medical ethics, in the context of the continuum of health care settings.The underlying causes of communication and swallowing impairments are explored in detail, along with respective treatment modalities. Starting with an overview of key considerations, the latest evidence-based science is presented throughout 22 chapters. Topics include differential diagnosis of adult communication and swallowing disorders, assessment and management approaches, and diagnostic tools such as imaging and endoscopy.New chapters are devoted to: Motor speech disorders Education for medical speech-language pathologistsAphasiaPediatric traumatic brain injuryEnd of life communication and swallowing disorders

This exciting new text offers a comprehensive, engaging, and readable overview to the dynamic field of medical speech-language pathology. It is the first medical speech-language pathology textbook that is not focused on the various disorders, but instead examines the scope and key concepts of the profession, such as clinical reasoning, interprofessional practice, and the continuum of care. The book provides an in-depth overview of healthcare workplace settings (acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home health, outpatient care, pediatric service delivery, pharmacology, and neuroimaging).The text also includes numerous case studies that instructors and students can use to explore application of both clinical and setting specific principles as a primer for practice in “the real world.”Key FeaturesChapters are authored by respected experts within both academia and medical speech-language pathologyNumerous figures, tables, and photos enhance readers’ visual learning experience.Boxed focal points highlight areas of emphasis, special practice considerations, competencies, and cases.Case studies, where students are introduced to patient assessment, treatment, and management examples across the care continuum.An Appendix listing common medical test procedures and reference values.PowerPoint lecture slides for instructors.Medical Speech-Language Pathology Across the Care Continuum: An Introduction is also helpful for speech-language pathologists transitioning from a school based or private practice setting into health care.